Posted by Lois on Monday, March 10, 2008 at 9:38pm.
Lie.
"Lay" needs a direct object when it's in the present tense.
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Well, it could be "lay" if you mean that sentence in the past tense!! But if it's in present tense, use "lie."
=)
The lie/lay verbs are the most confusing in the English language. Within another generation or two, I expect that the usage will change and there will no longer be a difference.
In your sentence, the correct verb is LIE.
To refresh your memory,
LIE means to recline or exist.
Examples:
The two countries LIE on other sides of the world.
Yesterday I LAY down for a few hours.
I have LAIN down and napped for a few minutes each day.
LAY means to put.
Examples:
I will LAY the scissors on the counter.
Yesterday I LAID my keys on the dresser.
I have LAID my keys somewhere and can't find them.
Thank you =)
You're very welcome. :-)
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